Explore Penn (William) High School in New Castle, DE

This school is rated below average in school quality compared to other schools in Delaware. Students here have below average college readiness measures, ... More and more information about this school can be found below. Large disparities in suspension rates exist at this school, which is concerning.

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College readiness 3/10

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In this state, high school students no longer take state standardized tests. Instead, college entrance exams (SAT/ACT) are given to all students and are used to measure proficiency in core subjects.

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Student demographics

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Black

47%

White

25%

Hispanic

23%

Asian

Two or more races

American Indian/Alaska Native

<1%

Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander

<1%

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Teachers & staff

Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.

Students per teacher

16 :1

State avg: 15 :1

Students per counselor

293 :1

State avg: 427 :1

Percentage of teachers with 3 or more years experience

79%

State avg: 90%

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28 Reviews

3 out of 5 stars

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Neighborhood

713 East Basin Road
New Castle, DE 19720

Brian M. Erskine, Ed.D. - Principal

(302) 323-2800

(302) 323-2955

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Penn (William) High School

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ACADEMICS

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Equity

ENVIRONMENT

School board finder

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Teachers & staff

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